This evening, Pope Leo XIV responded to journalists' questions outside the papal villa of Castel Gandolfo before returning to Rome. Asked what he was doing on his day off at Castel Gandolfo, he replied: "A bit of sport, a bit of reading, a bit of work. There are correspondences and phone calls every day, some of which are urgent. And then I play a bit of tennis and swim in the pool.” US Needs Boarders, BUT... On the subject of immigration, Pope Leo XIV supported the US bishops: "No one has said that the United States should have open borders. I think every country has the right to determine who enters, how and when. But when people are living good lives — many of them for 10, 15 or 20 years — and are then treated in an extremely disrespectful way, it is unfortunate that there has been some violence. I think the bishops have been very clear in what they said, and I would like to invite everyone in the United States to listen to them." "Danger for All People in Nigeria" Regarding the …More
COMMUNION ON THE HAND - Dr. Peter Kwasniewski Source: youtube.com/watch?v=69evrQSTbEA The Latin Mass Is Not Going Away... and Here’s Why (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) | Ep. 543
"It's not just over; the old Christian society is also a useless burden, according to the president of the Italian Bishops’ Conference (CEI). He announces the new 'good news' at the general assembly: secularisation will set you free."
On 16 November, Dutch Bishop Rob Mutsaerts wrote on his blog VitaminExp.blogspot.com that Cardinal Tucho Fernández has caused confusion regarding the Marian title Co-Redemptrix. Main points. - There is no truth that cannot be misunderstood. - Cardinal Fernández is mistaken to claim that it is no longer advisable to use the title 'Co-Redemptrix' for Mary. - If he is concerned that people will equate Mary with Christ, the problem lies with him, not Mary. - Christ’s position is so absolute that it is nonsensical to imagine anyone overshadowing him. Cooperation does not imply rivalry. - The fact that Mary cooperated in our redemption is not a human invention. It stems from God's decision to work through human mediation. - Every step in salvation history demonstrates that God acts through humanity, not despite it. - The Church refers to Mary as the Co-Redemptrix — a term not used lightly or rarely by saints and popes — meaning that she was involved in what Christ accomplished in a unique way. …More
Chaos in Number 10 as desperate Starmer dramatically confronts his own Cabinet over infighting and Budget leaks Floundering Keir Starmer read the riot act to Cabinet today after a disastrous bout of infighting and Budget leaks. The PM told his senior team that there must be no more 'distractions' - even though it was his allies who appeared to be briefing against ministers. At the weekly meeting, Sir Keir warned that the public were 'rightly impatient' with the government 'talking about ourselves' rather than working together. The intervention came after he was forced to insist he would lead Labour into the next election. The sense of turmoil at the heart of government has been growing after an extraordinary pre-emptive strike against Sir Keir's Cabinet rivals backfired. The premier was left defending his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney when Health Secretary Wes Streeting publicly attacked No10's 'toxic culture' and 'self-destruction'. It then emerged that Sir Keir and Chancellor …
Plausible deniability... It allows individuals, particularly those in positions of authority, to claim ignorance or non-participation in illegal, unethical, or disreputable activities.
Buhu... does that mean that papa-bob doesn't even have control over what he himself does? Everyone should know that the vicar of un must obey and follow the orders of his commanders. Just as his very predecessor.
Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne | The Woman Who Prayed Always | Catechism for Kids (November 18) St Joseph's Corner Have you ever tried your best… but everything still felt difficult? Then you’ll love the story of Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne, whose feast is celebrated on November 18. Born in France in 1769, she dreamed of becoming a missionary. After years of waiting, struggling, and facing obstacles — including opposition from Church authorities — she finally sailed to America to serve Native American and frontier children. Saint Rose Philippine was known for her deep prayer, her unshakeable perseverance, and her nickname among the Potawatomi people: “The Woman Who Prays Always.” Her life teaches children that even when things are hard, God can use a faithful heart to do amazing things. Topics we’ll cover: Who Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne was Her dream to become a missionary Her journey to America Why she was called “The Woman Who Prays Always” Her perseverance amid …More
Hl. Philippine Rose Duchesne SC - Gedenktag: am 18. November Nonne, Ordensgründerin * 29. August 1769 in Grenoble in Frankreich † 18. November 1852 in St Charles in Missouri in den USA Philippine Rose Duchesne war die engste Mitarbeiterin der Gründerin der Ordensfrauen vom Heiligsten Herzen Jesu Magdalena Sophie Barat, zunächst als Sekretärin im Mutterhaus in Paris, dann in den USA. In St Charles in Missouri gründete sie eine Niederlassung des Ordens, wurde Oberin und gründete weitere Ordensstützpunkte an anderen Orten. 1840 ging sie als Missionarin zu Indianern nach Sugar Creek, im Ruhestand lebte sie wieder in St Charles. Heilige, Namenstage, Patrone - Ökumenisches …
Pope León XIV has urged the Churches of the Global South to firmly support the Paris Agreement during COP30, highlighting the moral urgency of responding to the climate crisis. In a video message from Belém, he stressed that the poorest are suffering the most from floods, droughts, and heat waves, and warned that the window to limit global warming is rapidly closing. While he praised international cooperation and called for concrete action, his strong alignment with UN climate narratives has sparked debate about how far the Church should engage with global political structures. The Pope insisted that the Church must act as a guardian of creation, balancing collaboration with the need to preserve its prophetic voice and doctrinal clarity.